How many individuals received Sarawak state honours in conjunction with the celebration?

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A Total of 1,372 Individuals Received Sarawak State Honours

A total of 1,372 individuals were recognised with Sarawak state honours in conjunction with the 79th Birthday Celebration of the Yang di-Pertua Negeri of Sarawak, Tun Dr Wan Junaidi Tuanku Jaafar. This extensive list of recipients reflects a broad acknowledgment of contributions across various sectors within the state.
Deputy Prime Minister Heads the List of High-Ranking Recipients

Deputy Prime Minister Datuk Seri Fadillah Yusof was conferred the Datuk Amar Bintang Kenyalang (DA), the highest rank in the Order of the Star of the Hornbill of Sarawak, which bestows the title "Datuk Amar". This significant award highlights his prominent position.
Notable Leaders Awarded Prestigious Ranks

Several other prominent figures received high honours, including former federal deputy minister and Parti Rakyat Sarawak (PRS) President Datuk Joseph Salang Gandum, and Federation of Chinese Associations Sarawak President Datuk Richard Wee Liang Huat @ Wee Liang Chiat. Both were awarded the Panglima Negara Bintang Sarawak (PNBS), carrying the title "Datuk Seri".
Multiple Ranks Conferred Across the List

Beyond the top honours, five individuals received the Panglima Gemilang Bintang Kenyalang (PGBK), which carries the title "Datuk". This group included four Sarawak Deputy Ministers and the President of the Dayak Bidayuh National Association. Additionally, nine individuals were awarded the Darjah Jasa Bakti Sarawak (DJBS), with the title "Datu", and 15 others, including three posthumously, received the Panglima Setia Bintang Sarawak (PSBS) award, also carrying the title "Datuk".

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